A well-known Pakistani television host recently sparked discussion on social media after describing a leading actress as the “Shah Rukh Khan of Pakistan.” While many admired the praise, several users online disagreed and argued that another actress holds the true crown of Pakistan’s acting industry.
Rabia Anum is a popular television presenter and entrepreneur who also runs a beauty salon in Karachi. She started her career in the media industry as a news anchor on a private television channel and worked in the field for several years before stepping away from news broadcasting.
At present, Rabia is hosting a Ramadan transmission on a private TV network alongside actor Danish Taimoor. Their show has received positive feedback from viewers, with many praising Rabia’s engaging hosting style during the special Ramadan programming.
Rabia is married and currently resides in Dubai with her husband and children. In a recent podcast interview, she spoke about Pakistani drama stars and expressed strong admiration for actress Ayeza Khan. During the conversation, she referred to Ayeza as the “Shah Rukh Khan of Pakistan,” comparing her star power to that of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan.
Rabia explained that Ayeza stands out both professionally and personally. According to her, the actress possesses a unique personality and strong on-screen presence that makes her exceptional. She also commented that if Ayeza had been working internationally, she might have received even greater recognition and global fame. Rabia suggested that had Ayeza built her career in India, her stardom might have reached a completely different level.
Rabia also shared her experience of working with Danish Taimoor, describing him as humble, kind, and consistently positive. She noted that despite hosting live transmissions lasting nearly eight hours, he maintains great energy and professionalism.
However, Rabia’s comments about Ayeza sparked debate online. Some social media users argued that Mahira Khan is the only actress with the aura and international recognition comparable to Shah Rukh Khan. Others also mentioned actresses like Saba Qamar and Mehwish Hayat as equally deserving of such recognition.
